The Civil Rights Department (CRD) enforces California’s civil rights laws. The mission of the CRD is to protect the people of California from unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, businesses, and state-funded programs, and from bias-motivated violence and human trafficking.

Web pages

• Home - https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/
• Discrimination complaints - https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/complaintprocess/
• Office locations - https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/locations/
  

The City of Auburn's Code Enforcement Department p​rovides a way for Auburn residents to report local code violations and property concerns.

It handles complaints related to zoning, housing, and other municipal codes. Staff work to ensure that neighborhoods stay safe, clean, and in line with city regulations.

Services include:

• Investigation of reported code violations
• Follow-up with property owners regarding compliance
• Oversight of issues like overgrown weeds, illegal dumping, and unsafe structures
• Coordination with other city departments as needed

Web pages

• Home - https://www.auburn.ca.gov/415/Code-Enforcement
• Report a Concern - www.auburn.ca.gov/RequestTracker.aspx
• Complaint Form - https://www.auburn.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/111/Complaint-Form?bidId=

The City of Grass Valley Building Department attends to code compliance issues and complaints. Residents with complaints can submit a Code Compliance Investigation Request Form. Issues include:

• Unsanitary / Unsafe Property
• Trash, Junk, Debris
• Overgrown and/or piles of Vegetation
• Abandoned / Inoperative Vehicle(s)
• Environmental (sewage, chemicals, etc.)
• Building Code Violation(s) (work without permit, etc.)
• Substandard Housing Conditions
• Deteriorated, Dangerous, Unsafe Building(s)
• Improper or unapproved use or occupancy
• Encroachment in public right of way
• Hazardous Obstruction
• Zoning Violation
• Fencing
• Polluted Water

Web pages

• Code Compliance Investigation Request Form - https://www.cityofgrassvalley.com/webform/code-compliance-investigation-request-form
• Contact - https://www.cityofgrassvalley.com/contact

The Roseville/Rocklin/Placer-Nevada Counties Continuum of Care coordinates housing and services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties.

Services include:

• Coordinated entry for housing and support services
• Recommendations for HUD Continuum of Care Program funding
• Access to rapid re-housing and permanent supportive housing
• Collaboration with local service providers to improve outcomes
• Promotion of self-sufficiency and use of mainstream resources

Web pages

• Home - https://hrcscoc.org/

Homeless Resource Council of The Sierras’ Coordinated Entry system serves as a centralized access point for people experiencing homelessness in Placer and Nevada counties.

The system helps connect people and families with available housing and support services through a standardized assessment process.

Services include:

• Phone-based intake and screening for housing programs
• Referrals to local homeless services and housing providers
• Use of the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) for coordinated care
• Prioritization of services based on assessed need
• Spanish-language support available

Web pages

• Home - https://www.hrcscoc.org/hmis-ces

The Consumer Credit Counseling Service of San Francisco p​rovides financial education and counseling services to individuals seeking support with debt, budgeting, and housing.

Services include:

• Budgeting assistance and financial planning
• Debt management plans and credit counseling
• Housing counseling, including foreclosure prevention and rental issues
• Bankruptcy counseling and education
• Online counseling tools and resources

Services are available remotely and by phone.​

Web pages

• Home - https://www.cccssf.org/index.html
• Services - https://www.cccssf.org/services/index.html

Credit.org provides a variety of services including:

• Counseling
• Reverse mortgage academy
• Housing assistance
• Credit building 

Web pages

• Home - http://credit.org/

Crestwood Behavioral Health Inc. promotes wellness and recovery by providing quality and cost-effective programs in a socially responsible manner and works with families and communities to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness.

American River Residential Services (ARRS) provides a Client-Centered Recovery-Based model of care. Our relationship with each individual resident is the basis for developing our Community Housing and Support Services that encourages and fosters growth, change, and independence.

ARRS Location & Contact Information:

4741 Engle Road, Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 483-8424 Email shawna.valverde@cbhi.net

Web pages

• Home - https://crestwoodbehavioralhealth.com/
• American River Residential - https://crestwoodbehavioralhealth.com/location/carmichael/​

The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides eBenefits online applications for VA compensation, pension, education, pension, housing, education, training, healthcare, insurance, burial, and vocational rehabilitation benefits.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.va.gov/
• eBenefits - https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/apply

The American Bar Association provides legal assistance and resources for individuals and families affected by California wildfires.

Resources include:

• Disaster Legal Hotline: Free legal assistance for wildfire survivors.
  • Hotline Number: 415-575-3120
• Legal Aid Resources: Links to national and regional disaster legal aid organizations.
• FEMA Assistance Information: Guidance on applying for FEMA aid and locating Disaster Recovery Centers.
• Pro Bono Legal Support: Connection to volunteer attorneys through the ABA/Paladin National Disaster Pro Bono Portal.

Additional Information:

The hotline provides legal guidance on issues related to insurance claims, housing, employment, FEMA benefits, and more. 

Free legal help is available to people affected by declared disasters, regardless of income.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.americanbar.org/ 
• FEMA California Wildfires - https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4610
• FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers - https://egatew…